Rental Rates

Out-of-season pricing and short breaks available

Electric is charged at 0.30 euros per KWH all year round. Wood for the open fire is charged at 65 euros per stere for winter months. Christmas week booking includes a Charentaise Hamper full of local delicacies and a bottle of Champagne. I can do a good discount for longer stays.

About this property

Fully Restored 17th Century Village House. This cottage/gite is in a village setting.

We welcome you to our restored 17th century village house in the heart of beautiful Verteuil sur Charente. The property is at the foothill of the chateau and only a stones throw from the river and mill. The village has 2 restaurants, wine bar, butchers, general provisions shop, antique shop, ladies and gents hairdressers, chemist and florists. Our property has a very large kitchen dining area on the ground floor. The 2 bedrooms and bathroom are on the first floor. The bedrooms are set up as 1 double and 2 singles.To the second level is a very large living room with views of the chateau.The property is 165sq metres in total. The property has antique furniture and original fire places and fittings throughout. We offer a "Real" French holiday experience in a great location. Perfect for couples or families of four.

Now offering a 4 day residential photography workshop with Justin Partyka.Booking or more details.Email info@justinpartyka.com

Also offering a 4 day residential retreat to explore and enjoy the taste of South-west France.Booking or more details.Email. bee@anciensfoodways.com

Type

Cottage/Gite

Kitchen and dining

Large open plan kitchen and dining area with open fireplace.The laundry facilities are under the stairs. No dishwasher, microwave or plastic kettle.

Living rooms

This large living room is on the third floor. It has a more open and modern feel. Large flat screen tv, table football and views of the Chateau.

Bedrooms

Bedroom 1 is set up as a double.

Bathrooms

Bedroom 2 is set up as 2 single beds.

Heating

Kitchen/dining area heated by wood in an open fire.The 2 bedrooms and main living area have electric heaters.

Entertainment

Cable tv in French with a few English channelsDvd playerBooksTable football

Garden and outside

Nice area to use by our guests overlooking the Charente river.

Parking and garages

Outside the property

Visitor suitability

Not suitable for handicapped

Information about any additional facilities

Beautiful place to stay, both the house and its location. Great value for money. Be back next year! 5 of 5A wonderful place to stay! The open fireplace with plenty of firewood included was our favourite part! Comfortable beds and plenty of towels supplied. The house was nice clean and we found everything we needed for cooking etc. There were plenty of places nearby to eat and drink also. Overall we absolutely loved the house and really enjoyed our stay. We’re looking forward to our next visit!

Cycling

Walking

Wine tasting

Wine tasting and cookery

About the Owner/Advertiser, Mr Simon Milton

Lived and worked here for the past 10 years. I'm a classic car restorer by trade. Enjoying the French way of life.

Year property purchased

2013

Why this location?

The Chateau de Verteuil dominates the whole village.

Unique benefits of property

Our property is right in the centre of Verteuil. It's over 400 years old and has a feel of a time gone by.A stones throw from the river and Moulin de Verteuil.Good restaurants in walking distance of the property.

The Owner Recommends

Moulin de Verteuil

Excellent food and wine.Great location with views of the Chateau whilst dining.James Martins French adventure was film on location here.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bniMZ3WAa9E&index=7&list=PLGFnrjPmz_zRhtd3u5ue4yLdgHq3NiJIB

La Regie

Bar and cellar which has a fantastic amount to choose from.Very friendly French owner who speaks English.

Cafe Portebleue

Great restaurant serving great food and very well priced lunch time specials.

L'echoppe du Chateau

Gourmet restaurant La Grange Aux Oies

Well known gourmet restaurant La Grange Aux Oies and the Chateau de Nieuil are a short drive from Verteuil-sur-Charente.We highly recommend this restaurant and have dined here many times and stayed a few nights in the Chateau de Nieuil.http://www.grange-aux-oies.com/